AdGuard for PC

AdGuard is a one-of-a-kind desktop software that includes all of the features required for an optimal web experience. The software includes the world's most advanced ad blocker for Windows 10 and 11, a comprehensive privacy protection module, and a parental control tool that works in any browser or app. 

Download and install AdGuard ad blocker for PC to experience the Internet as it was meant to be: clean and safe. 

Features & Highlights 

Ad Blocking 
AdGuard's ad filter blocks all types of ads. Pop-ups, video ads, banners, and other similar content will be removed. Because of subtle background filtering and cosmetic processing, all you'll see are clean pages with the content you're looking for. 

Safe web browsing 
Protection against phishing, dangerous websites, and malvertising (malicious advertisements). It compares each page to a database for malicious content and blocks requests from potentially dangerous pages. 

Privacy protection. 
The app combats all tracking and analytical systems that spy on you. The program disables third-party cookies that can conceal your IP address and includes a slew of other features to safeguard your personal information. 

Parental Control 
It keeps your children safe online. It restricts access to inappropriate websites, removes obscene content from search results, and gives parents the ability to customize a blocklist to ensure their children's safety on the internet. 

Protect your data. 
Everything on the internet nowadays attempts to steal your information. It includes a dedicated module to prevent this from happening. 

Disguising yourself online 
Instead of simply hiding your online profile, you can make it appear as someone else and browse anonymously. 

AdGuard Installation 

• When the download is complete, click the Run button in the Downloads bar or select the file adguardInstaller.exe. 
• The User Account Control dialogue box will appear, requesting permission for the app to make changes to your PC. Click yes. 
• Next, select the folder on your PC where the app will be installed. 
• Wait for the installation to complete before clicking Finish. 
• Once the installation is complete, you can learn about the app's main features. Click Let's do it! to start your tour of the app and step-by-step adjustments to its main parameters. If you want to skip this step, select Leave as is. 
• Congratulations! You've successfully installed the application on your computer. 

Uninstalling and Reinstalling 

Regarding Microsoft Windows 10/11: Click Start to open the Start Menu, then select Settings. In the newly opened window, click the Apps icon. Choose Apps and Features from the list on the left of the Apps window. Select an app from the list of installed apps and click Uninstall. To confirm, click Uninstall in the resulting dialogue box. 

For Microsoft Windows 7: Open the Start Menu. Type "Control Panel" into the search box. In the Programs section, click Uninstall a program, then select AdGuard from the list of installed apps and click the Uninstall button directly above it. In the resulting window, click Uninstall app to confirm your action. FAQ 

What makes AdGuard Ad Blocker different from other applications? 

Unlike most ad blockers, which are simply browser extensions, it has the technical ability to remove various types of ads from all browsers and applications. In addition to ad blocking, AdGuard provides a variety of additional tools to improve your browsing experience. 

System requirements 

Operating system: Microsoft Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, and Vista. 
RAM: at least 512 MB. 
There is 150 Megabytes of free disk space. 
Browsers include Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer (all versions), Opera, Google Chrome, and Yandex. Browser, Mozilla Firefox, and others. 

PROS 

Effective Ad Blocking: The app effectively blocks ads across multiple websites and applications, allowing for a more seamless browsing experience without interruptions from pop-ups, banners, and other forms of online advertising. 
Improved Privacy: Blocking ads and trackers, protects your online privacy by preventing advertisers from tracking your browsing history and collecting personal information. 
Customizable Filters: Users can customize their ad-blocking filters to whitelist specific websites or block specific types of content based on their preferences. 
Malware Protection: In addition to ad blocking, it includes features that protect against malware, phishing, and other online threats, ensuring that your device remains safe while browsing the internet. 
Speed Optimization: By blocking resource-intensive ads and scripts, it can improve page load times and reduce data usage, especially on slower internet connections. 
Cross-Platform Support: The app is available for a variety of platforms, including Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and browser extensions for popular web browsers such as Chrome, Firefox, and Safari, ensuring consistent ad-blocking and privacy protection across all devices. 

CONS 

Resource Consumption: It may use system resources, particularly CPU and memory when filtering a large amount of web traffic or running additional features such as HTTPS filtering. 
Compatibility Issues: AdGuard's ad-blocking filters may interfere with the functionality of specific websites or web applications, resulting in compatibility issues or broken features. 
Cost: While the program provides a free version with basic ad-blocking features, the full-featured version, which includes premium filters and additional privacy features, requires a paid subscription, which may put some users off. 

Please keep in mind that the trial version only lasts 14 days.